Exercise Science for Health and Performance

Overview

This program will assist the student to develop the necessary skills needed to assess, counsel and prescribe programs for high performance athletes, as well as individuals with high blood pressure, diabetes, heart conditions, obesity issues and other chronic conditions. This graduate certificate program may lead to students attaining the Certified Exercise Physiologist (CEP) designation through the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP). During the program, students may also be eligible to write exams for the following certifications: CSEP Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA) Level 1 Weight Lifting Certificate from the National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP), and the Registered Kinesiologist Exam (College of Kinesiologists of Ontario).